Chair the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee of City of NewcastleProvide your expert leadership and advice on all things risk, governance and controls4-year termFive meetings per year (face-to-face and virtual)City of Newcastle (CN) is inviting expressions of interest from suitably qualified individuals for appointment as an external independent member to Council's Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC).As the Chairperson of the committee, you will be required to understand and observe the requirements of the Office of Local Government’s Guidelines for risk management and internal audit for local government in NSW and CN’s ARIC Charter. The ARIC is a key component of Council's governance framework, responsible for assisting Council to fulfil its governance and oversight responsibilities.Essential Key Skills & ExperienceBusiness, finance, legal compliance, risk management, internal auditLeadership, relationship-building, and clear communicationGovernance, financial reporting, and local government knowledgeEthical judgment, independence, and commitment to the roleDesirablePublic sector audit committee experience (preferably local government)Relevant professional qualifications (IIA, CPA, CA)Chairperson Is Also Expected ToMake themselves available as required to attend, participate and lead ARIC meetingsContribute the time needed to review and understand information provided to itApply good analytical skills, objectivity and judgement to assign actions post discussion of respective report during ARIC meetingsProvide industry insights related to respective report discussed during ARIC meetingsAct in the best interests of the CNHave the personal courage to raise and deal with tough issues, express opinions frankly, ask questions that go to the fundamental core of the issue and pursue independent lines of inquiryMaintain effective working relationships with CNHave strong leadership qualitiesLead effective committee meetingsOversee the CN's internal audit functionAttend and present at annual and strategic assessment meeting with councilReview and approve minutes of meetings of ARIC meetingsMake council aware of emerging risksWe champion inclusion so that everyone is valued, and we encourage innovation and creativity. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where different styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected.People with diverse lived experiences (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural, racial, ethnic, religious and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, carers, and veterans) are encouraged to apply.Application DetailsApplication Closing Date: Sunday 6 April 2025Contact: Vishesh Verma - Internal Audit Coordinator - 02 49742404 or vverma@ncc.nsw.gov.auTo Apply: Submit your online application and upload your resume and in addition, complete the RFQ template and email it to recruit@ncc.nsw.gov.auIf you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruit@ncc.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.CN do not accept unsolicited resumes, and we respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.Apply Now
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